What is Shakshuka
Shakshuka is a healthy breakfast or brunch meal that originated in Israel and other parts of the Middle East and North Africa. Traditionally it is made with tomatoes, onion, garlic, spices, and a poached egg. But to veganize this recipe, enter cashew cream and white beans.
This recipe has fond memories for me as I’ve made it a few times for gatherings. The spices add a bold flavor to the dish and the beans and thick cashew cream add an even more filling.
How do you make it?
To make this shakshuka, you’ll need diced tomatoes, onion, garlic, kale, mushrooms, spices, white beans, and cashews cream. Dollop the cashew cream instead of a poached egg for a delicious finish to this dish.
What the heck is cashew cream?
Though you could totally skip the cashew cream… don’t. The cashew cream adds a nutty and creaminess to the dish. You can also add hummus if you don’t keep cashews on hand. I have used hummus in a pinch and it is still just as fabulous. There will be more than enough cashew cream so enjoy it with chips or pretzels or spread it over toast.
Vegan Shakshuka with White Beans
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp EVOO
- 1 small yellow onion, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup kale
- 2 cans diced tomatoes
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tsp Basil
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
- 1 can cannellini beans
Cashew Cream
- 1 cup cashews, soaked overnight
- 1/2 juice of a lemon
- 1 tbsp Nutritional yeast
- 1/4 cup water
Instructions
- Drizzle EVOO in a medium high skillet. Add in yellow onion, mushrooms and garlic. Sautee for at least 3-5 minutes unitl mushrooms are half their size.
- Add two cans of diced tomatoes and kale to your skillet. Stir the mixture to incorporate.
- Once tomato juices have reached a rapid boil, turn your temperature down. Add your beans and cover with a lid for at least 10-15 or until liquid dissolves.
- Meanwhile, add all cashew cream ingredients into a food processor. Blend until smooth. Add more water, about a tablespoon at a time to thin out the mixture.
- Dollop a scoop of your cashew cream on top of your shakshuka and enjoy.